EntertainmentInside the secret of Trump's orange hue: Makeup artist speaks out

Inside the secret of Trump's orange hue: Makeup artist speaks out

Audrey Lefevre, a French makeup artist who created Donald Trump's makeup look in 2017, has unveiled what the President-elect looks like without it. She explained the origin of his orange skin tone and distinctive red and white spots.

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Audrey Lefevre disclosed that Donald Trump uses self-tanner to conceal his naturally pale complexion and red spots on his face. In 2017, she was hired for three days to manage the appearance of the Trump family. Before starting the job, she underwent a thorough background check by the Secret Service.

In an interview with the German newspaper "Bild," she admitted she was unaware she would collaborate with the Trumps until she learned about the connections between Ivanka Trump, Donald and Ivana's daughter, and her company.

She revealed that she discovered Ivanka had been collaborating with her company for some time and that many of the makeup tests she had conducted earlier were intended for the Trumps. She also learned that she had been described as stress-resistant.

The makeup artist revealed the secret of Donald Trump's makeup

The makeup artist emphasizes that Trump's orange skin tone is the result of using self-tanner, not the work of professional makeup artists. Audrey Lefevre explains that the President-elect has very pale skin, almost like an albino, which is concealed by the self-tanner.

She stated, on behalf of herself and her colleagues, that professional makeup artists are not responsible for his orange complexion, attributing it to self-tanner use.

In addition to sharing makeup secrets, Lefevre also commented on Trump's hair. She assured that the president-elect's lush hairstyle is natural and nothing artificial. Every hair on Trump's head is his own.

After the inauguration, Lefevre continued to work for Ivanka Trump but eventually ended the collaboration. She has not disclosed whether she will work on Trump's next inauguration.

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